Tinder Box Quilt and Pattern in Quilter's World Autumn 2022 Issue

This is my newest published work, the Tinder Box quilt.  It's a cuddly throw, perfect for the crisp Autumn evenings that will be coming up soon.

Disclaimer:  The fabric used to make this quilt was provided by Island Batik.

The Tinder Box quilt and pattern are featured in the new Quilter's World Autumn 2022 issue.  There are so many beautiful Fall sewing projects inside.  I do love Fall.  It's my favorite time of the year.  Order your copy here:  Quilter's World Autumn 2022, or look for it in your local quilt shop.

I used Island Batik's new Moonlight Hollow fabric collection for this quilt.  This fabric is designed by Kathy Engle.  You may be able to find precuts in quilt shops now, and yardage should be out by September.  It's the perfect fall fabric collection with pumpkins, ravens, curly vines, and the colors ~  Wow!  Well, you can see for yourself.  These fabrics are even more beautiful in person.  

The Tinder Box block is pretty simple.  These large sized blocks come together quickly.

The stars in the sashing add to the Fall nights feeling.  Snuggle under this quilt by a campfire under the stars.  Pass the s'mores.

I quilted an allover loopy meander design to finish my quilt.

Tinder Box

Quilt Stats:

Finished quilt size:  70" x 70"

Block Size:  16" x 16" 

Fabric:  Moonlight Hollow by Island Batik

Batting:  Hobbs 80/20

Thread:  Aurifil

Needles:  Schmetz

Designed in EQ8

I encourage you to pick up a copy of this beautiful magazine today.  If you sew a Tinder Box quilt, please share a pic with me on Instagram @curlicuecreations.

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Jennifer Thomas

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Pretty Pink Potholder Pattern in Annie's Quick and Easy Sewing

Introducing:  Pretty Pink Potholder.  I made this with a combination of Island Batik Basics and Blenders Foundation fabrics.  I love the bright pinks and greens together.  I can't wait to hang this in my kitchen.

The pattern to sew the Pretty Pink Potholder is in this new Annie's Quick and Easy Sewing publication.  It's super easy to make; perfect for a beginner who is interested in trying applique and some quick strip piecing.  Let me just say as well, there are so many fabulous projects in this book that I want to try!  There are so many adorably cute sewing projects in this issue. 

Pretty Pink Potholder

Quilt Stats:

Finished Size:  8-1/2" x 8-1/2"

Fabric:  Various by Island Batik

Batting:  Hobbs 100% Unbleached Cotton

Thread:  Aurifil

Needles:  Schmetz

Designed in EQ8

Get your pattern today in the new Annie's Quick and Easy Sewing. If you sew a pot holder or two, please share a pic with me @curlicuecreations on Instagram.  I would love to see it.

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Jennifer Thomas

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Cherry Tree Quilt in Annie's Two Color Quilts Book

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Introducing:  The Cherry Tree quilt, a half square triangle (HST) adventure in pink and teal.

The Cherry Tree quilt is featured in the new Annie's book, Two Color Quilts.

Here's a few of the blocks on my design wall during construction.  I used Island Batik foundation fabrics for my project.  The pink is Flamingo, and the teal fabric is Bermuda.  I used Island Batik Almond and Solid White for the neutrals.  These fabrics are not part of a collection, and are available year round in local quilt shops. 

I quilted it in a simple loopy meander with white Aurifil thread.  This is my go-to quilting design when I am short on time.  It's simple, fun to quilt, and effective.

Cherry Tree

Quilt Stats:

Finished Quilt Size:  60" x 72"

Block Size:  12" x 12"

Fabric:  Various by Island Batik

Batting:  Hobbs

Thread:  Aurifil

Needles:  Schmetz

Designed in EQ8

Get your pattern today in the new Annie's Two Color Quilts Book.  If you sew a Cherry Tree quilt, please share a pic with me @curlicuecreations on Instagram.  I would love to see it!

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Jennifer Thomas

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Shop Hop Quilt and Pattern in Quilter's World Spring 2022!

Introducing:  Shop Hop!  A cute, fun, and whimsical wall hanging or lap quilt.

Disclaimer:  The products used to make this quilt were given to me by Island Batik and industry partners.

This is my second quilt and pattern that is featured in the new Spring 2022 issue of Quilter's World.  This should be available in your local quilt shops now.  Run out and get a copy before they're all gone!

I actually made this quilt a couple of years ago, for a different issue.  It ended up not being used for that one, and I didn't even know it was going to be in Spring 2022 until I was paging through my copy.  What a fun surprise!

Click here to see the other quilt I have in this issue, Whirligig

The fabric collection I used was Soil and Seeds by Island Batik.  It's a beautiful collection, but unfortunately, no longer in shops.  You could still get this same look by using Island Batik basics and blenders in similar colors.  The basics and blenders are always available.  Alternately, you could go with a completely different color scheme.  These blocks are fun to sew by mixing and matching fabrics to give each bag a different look.

Fuzzy helped me with the pressing of my fabrics.

Each block is sewn with a combination of piecing and fusible applique.  I outlined the star flowers with a zigzag stitch in contrasting thread to help them stand out from the yellow background.

I used these beautiful brown and gold Aurifil threads for the piecing, fusible applique, and quilting.

I quilted in simple vertical lines spaced equally apart across the quilt.

The Shop Hop quilt has three borders.  

I backed this quilt with this gorgeous dark brown Island Batik fabric.  Yummy!

I used the same brown fabric for binding as the outer border.

Shop Hop

Quilt Stats:

Finished Quilt Size:  51" x 51"

Block Size:  12" x 12"

Fabric:  Soil and Seeds by Island Batik

Thread:  Aurifil

Designed in EQ8

Get your pattern today in the Spring 2022 issue of Quilter's World Magazine.  If you sew a Shop Hop quilt, please share a pic with me on Instagram @curlicuecreations.  I would love to see it!

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Jennifer Thomas

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Quilted Gnomes for Your Home Book Winner!

Congratulations to Jill in CA!  She's the winner of the adorable Quilted Gnomes for your Home book.  She commented:  "Gnomes are my new obsession. I would love to receive a copy of this book. I love the fabrics in your quilt. I have never had a garden gnome because I don’t garden. Too many other projects. Thanks for the opportunity to win."  

There are so many adorable projects in this book!  Click here to read the post about my Gnomes All Around quilt.  If you want to order a copy of this book, head over to the Annie's website.  This book is available as both a paper copy and an instant download.

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Jennifer Thomas

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